Health and Fitness Club Industry News: Chains
Sunday, September 13th, 2026
Crunch Franchise Announces Newest Location in Marietta, Georgia
Posted: October 18, 2023 in Chains
MARIETTA, GA - Crunch Franchise announces the upcoming opening of Crunch Marietta, a $5 million, 30,000-square-foot fitness facility, with state-of-the-art equipment. CR Fitness Holdings LLC. is operated by Vince Julien, Geoff Dyer, Tony Scrimale, and Jeff Dotson, who combined have more than 100 years of experience in the fitness industry. The CR Fitness team currently operates 56 locations in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and Texas. Crunch Marietta will be the 12th location to open in the Atlanta region. Read More...
Retro Fitness Appoints Retail Growth Veteran Larry Strain as Chief Development Officer
Posted: October 18, 2023 in Chains
WEST PALM BEACH, FL - Retro Fitness, a leader in high-value, low-price fitness, announces the appointment of Larry Strain, CCIM as Chief Development Officer. Read More...
Blink Fitness Opens Next-Gen Gym in Stuyvesant Heights
Posted: October 18, 2023 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Blink Fitness, the affordable fitness brand known for its commitment to an all-inclusive and inviting environment, announces the opening of its newest and first location in Stuyvesant Heights, Brooklyn, New York. Read More...
John Reed Fitness Debuts in West Hollywood
Posted: October 18, 2023 in Chains
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA - JOHN REED, the globally celebrated fitness brand renowned for its innovative facilities, lively classes, live DJ sessions, extensive workout choices and vibrant community, unveils its latest addition in the heart of West Hollywood. Read More...
Life Time to Acquire Arden Hills Athletic & Social Club Property in Sacramento in Early 2024
Posted: October 13, 2023 in Chains
SACRAMENTO, CA - Life Time (NYSE: LTH), one of the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brands, and Arden Hills Athletic & Social Club located in Sacramento, California, announces the closure of Arden Hills as of December 31, 2023, and Life Time's acquisition of the property with an early 2024 reopening as Life Time Arden. Details of the transaction were not disclosed. Read More...
Crunch Franchise Announces Newest Location in Tucker, Georgia
Posted: October 11, 2023 in Chains
TUCKER, GA - Crunch Franchise announces the upcoming opening of Crunch Tucker, a $5 million, 60,000-square-foot fitness facility, with state-of-the-art equipment. CR Fitness Holdings LLC. is operated by Vince Julien, Geoff Dyer, Tony Scrimale, and Jeff Dotson, who combined have more than 100 years of experience in the fitness industry. Read More...
Xponential Fitness Joins Forces With Los Angeles Rams as Proud Fitness Partner
Posted: October 11, 2023 in Chains
IRVINE, CA - Xponential Fitness, the largest global franchise group of boutique fitness brands, is thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership with the Los Angeles Rams as the Proud Fitness Partner of the NFL team. This collaboration promises to energize and inspire fans and fitness enthusiasts alike. Read More...
Crunch Fitness Hosts Party in Pink Zumbathon to Join the Fight Against Breast Cancer
Posted: October 10, 2023 in Chains
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Crunch Fitness, a leading fitness brand dedicated to promoting health and wellness, announces the upcoming "Party in Pink Zumbathon" event on October 16th, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This energetic and vibrant event aims to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research and support in the local community. All Donations will go to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Read More...
Bay Club Acquires Key Sports Resort in Marin County Continuing Their Ongoing Bay Area Growth Strategy
Posted: October 9, 2023 in Chains
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - The Bay Club Company (“Bay Club”) took another step forward in its ongoing growth in the Bay Area, announcing the acquisition of Rolling Hills Club (“Rolling Hills”). Rolling Hills joins Bay Club’s Marin County Campus, which includes three additional properties. The acquisition of Rolling Hills 8-acre swim and tennis club located in Novato at the foothills of Mt. Burdel brings even more diversity to Bay Club’s Marin Campus. Read More...
Planet Fitness Announces Annual Fundraiser to Support Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Posted: October 6, 2023 in Chains
HAMPTON, N.H. - Planet Fitness, one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand, kicks off National Bullying Prevention Month with its annual fall fundraiser in support of longtime partner Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA). From October 1 – 31, members are invited to make a donation at U.S. and Puerto Rico Planet Fitness clubs or online, where 100% of funds will directly support youth-focused programming and academic scholarships for Boys & Girls Club kids with the goal of building a kinder, more accepting world for the next generation. Read More...

